Metrology Technician

Ametek, Inc.•Middlefield, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Zygo, your skills and insights will be integral to our core values of curiosity, collaboration, and persistence. For over 50 years, Zygo Corporation in Middlefield, CT, has been a global leader in designing and manufacturing advanced optical metrology systems, ultra-precise optical components, and complex electro-optical systems and assemblies. Join our team, where your expertise will drive cutting-edge solutions, address complex technical challenges, and uphold the highest standards of precision and safety. As a Metrology Technician, in Middlefield, CT you will be responsible for performing in-process and final measurements on a variety of optical surfaces and ultra-precision optical components.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED; associate degree preferred.
3-5 years of hands-on production manufacturing/operations experience, or a working knowledge of one or more: mechanics, order of operations processes, computers or applications.
Enjoy hands-on work and take pride in craftmanship.
Solid mathematical aptitude, and ability to read and interpret complex technical drawings, written specifications, and verbal instructions.
Excellent manual dexterity, patience and persistence, organized and detail-oriented to handle delicate optical components.
Conscientious team player who focuses on problem-solving and collaboration
Ability to take initiative, to be flexible/adaptable with shifting priorities, and to remain resilient when faced with challenges.
Computer skills (Windows 10/11) for data entry, documentation, and communication.
Capable to lift and move up to 20 pounds.
Driven to achieve with a commitment to quality with a safety-first.

Responsibilities

Test and measure the surfaces of high-quality optics and optical assemblies.
Set-up and utilize software to interface with metrology instruments.
Select, mount, and configure tooling to set-up instruments for testing.
Perform precise calibrations on instruments and tooling to facilitate critical measurements.
Actively communicate/collaborate with other opticians, technicians and engineers to ensure measurements are accurate and correct.
Communicate, document and maintain records to contribute to documentation of best practices, knowledge transfer, process efficiency, and continuous improvement.
Use and navigate computer file structures to save and organize collected data.
Maintain an organized and clean workspace.
Follow released procedures describing how to perform necessary actions.
Follow established safety rules and regulations.